Group F to test Japan

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Group F to test Japan

Abu Dhabi: Japan have been impressive since the 2018 FIFA World Cup and the Samurai Blue will fancy their chances of a fifth AFC Asian Cup title.

Uzbekistan, Oman and Turkmenistan, however, are also seeking extended runs in the Continental showcase and will be up to the task of taking on Japan.

In the final part of the-AFC.com's AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 previews, we take a look at Group F.

Group A: UAE lead hopefuls

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Group A: UAE lead hopefuls

Abu Dhabi: With the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 almost upon us, excitement is building for the Continental showpiece.

In what will be the biggest and best AFC Asian Cup, Asia's top 24 teams will vie to lift the sparkling new trophy come February 1.

Join the-AFC.com as we kick off our previews with a look at Group A.

Group B: Australia set to be tested

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Group B: Australia set to be tested

Abu Dhabi: Defending champions Australia will be seeking a second consecutive crown but standing in their way in Group B of the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 are a trio of West Asian opposition.

Syria will be seeking a win after the Socceroos ended their 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign in the Continental Playoff while Palestine and Jordan will be aiming for extended campaigns too.

We take a look at the Group B challenge.

Group C: Debutants add spice

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Group C: Debutants add spice

Abu Dhabi: Two of Asia's biggest teams are in Group C but that doesn't mean it will be plain sailing for Korea Republic and China PR into the knockout stage.

Debutants Kyrgyz Republic and Philippines are out to make a statement and this means Korea Republic and China can't take progression for granted.

Join the-AFC.com as we preview what promises to be an exciting Group C.

Group D set to thrill

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Group D set to thrill

Abu Dhabi: Islamic Republic of Iran are seeking a fourth AFC Asian Cup title but danger lies in the opposition they face in Group D.

Iraq ended Team Melli's campaign in the quarter-finals four years ago while Vietnam are a team in form. Yemen aim to impress in their debut Finals setting the stage for some exciting matches in the group.

Group E promises sizzlers

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Group E promises sizzlers

Abu Dhabi: Saudi Arabia and Qatar look to be the favourites but Group E will have its twists and turns as Lebanon and DPR Korea will be chasing their own targets in the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019.

Three-time champions Saudi Arabia have not won the tournament since 1996 while their three challengers have never lifted the AFC Asian Cup title, promising some exciting matches.

We take a look at Group E.

10 of the Best: Group stage match-ups

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

10 of the Best: Group stage match-ups

Kuala Lumpur: There are just seven days until the big kick-off of the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019, with teams and fans beginning to descend on the United Arab Emirates. 

As ever, the group stage will throw up a number of intriguing clashes between the nations, so, next in the '10 of the Best' series, the-AFC.com has picked out 10 standout fixtures to keep an eye out for.